Serving 477 students in grades 9-12, Carver High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carver High School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carver High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
98%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Carver High School often compared to?
Carver High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Booker T. Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carver High School?
The graduation rate of Carver High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Carver High School?
477 students attend Carver High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Carver High School students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carver High School?
Carver High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver High School offer ?
Carver High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carver High School part of?
Carver High School is part of Atlanta Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Carver High School located?
Carver High School is located in the South Atlanta neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Atlanta.
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